Flávio Bolsonaro speaks of spiritual war in a cult in Rio
Flávio Bolsonaro claimed Brazil is experiencing a 'spiritual war' during a 100-year cult of the Assembleia de Deus Ministério de Madureira in Rio. The event brought together evangelical and political leaders, with statements of support for the candidate.
The presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro (PL) said on Saturday (10) that Brazil faces a “spiritual war”. The declaration was given during the service in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Assembly of God Ministry of Madureira, held in the Maracanãzinho, in Rio de Janeiro. The event gathered thousands of faithful and was attended by political and religious leaders.
Flavius prayed and sang passages of the praise “Hymn of Victory”, which he described as a motto of his life and campaign. “I am attached to what I believe is God’s project for our nation, which is happening throughout Brazil this year,” Flávio said. The speech was greeted with applause from the audience.
Evangelical leaders declare support for Flavio
The elected governor of Rio de Janeiro, Douglas Ruas (PL), and pastor Silas Malafaia also participated in the event. During the service, Bishop Samuel Ferreira, president of the National Convention of Assemblies of God in Brazil (Conamad), declared support for Flavio. The demonstration took place amid a climate of religious celebration and political rapprochement.
Ferreira made the audience repeat that “brother votes for brother”, denied being asking for a vote in the candidate of the PL, but called him a “future president of the Republic”. The speech generated an immediate reaction from those present, who cheered the candidate. The bishop also criticized the arrest of former president Jair Bolsonaro (PL). “We miss him, but we can’t see him anymore. What country is this? It hurts, but it hurts a lot. We respect the law, even if we disagree with it,” he said.
Religious speech marks campaign
The participation of Flávio Bolsonaro in evangelical events has been a constant in his campaign. The candidate has sought support from the religious segment, which represents a significant portion of the Brazilian electorate. The Assembly of God Ministry of Madureira is one of the largest Pentecostal denominations in the country, with a strong presence in several regions.
The event in Maracanãzinho was marked by moments of praise, prayers and speeches that blend faith and politics. The celebration of the church’s 100th anniversary attracted worshippers from different states, transforming the gym into a space of demonstration of religious and political strength. The source did not detail the exact number of gifts, but images show the crowded site.
Support from Malafaia and Douglas Ruas
The presence of pastor Silas Malafaia, known for his political engagement, reinforced the tone of support for Flavio. Malafaia has been one of the main articulators of the rapprochement between evangelical leaders and the PL. Douglas Ruas, governor-elect of Rio, participated in the cult and stood alongside the candidate, signaling political alignment.
Bishop Samuel Ferreira, in declaring support, stressed the importance of unity among the faithful. "Brother votes for brother," the audience repeated, in a gesture that, according to the bishop himself, does not configure a request for a vote, but an orientation of Christian solidarity. The speech, however, was interpreted by analysts as a clear nod to the PL candidate.
The arrest of Jair Bolsonaro
During the cult, Samuel Ferreira made harsh criticism of the arrest of former president Jair Bolsonaro. The bishop said he missed it and questioned the current political scenario. “What country is this? It hurts, but it hurts a lot,” he said. The statement was accompanied by applause and shouts of support from the faithful.
Ferreira stressed that he respects the law, even if he disagrees with it. The speech reflects the sentiment of part of the evangelical electorate, which sees in the prison of the former president a political persecution. The theme has been recurring at religious events and rallies of the Flávio Bolsonaro campaign.
Election context and next steps
The participation of Flavio in religious events is part of a strategy to consolidate the support of the evangelical electorate, which historically has strong influence in presidential elections. The candidate has stepped up the agenda at churches and meetings with religious leaders across the country.
The event at Maracanãzinho takes place at a decisive moment in the campaign, with research showing a competitive scenario. Approximation with the Assembly of God Ministry of Madureira can yield electoral dividends, especially in states with a large presence of the denomination. The source did not detail the candidate’s upcoming commitments, but the expectation is that he will continue to prioritize dialogue with the religious segment.
For the reader of Ponta Grossa and region, the episode illustrates the growing intersection between faith and politics on the national stage. The Boca no Trombone Portal will continue to monitor the developments of the campaign and the positioning of religious leaders. The matter will be updated as new information is released.
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